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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Freeport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Freeport

With a population of 25 638, Freeport is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Freeport deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Freeport

Freeport in November
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Freeport in November
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Freeport in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Freeport, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.

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How to Get to Freeport

Plane

Although Freeport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Madison Truax Field (MSN), which is located 96 km from Freeport. Chicago O'Hare Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific and other airlines departing from the United States.

Car

Another option to get to Freeport is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 171 km from Freeport. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

Although Freeport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Madison Truax Field (MSN), which is located 96 km from Freeport. Chicago O'Hare Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific and other airlines departing from the United States.

Car

Another option to get to Freeport is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 171 km from Freeport. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Freeport

ORDChicago O'Hare Intl
MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Freeport

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,862 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,941 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,704 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,268 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,986 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,859 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
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Where to stay in Freeport

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Freeport and Baymont by Wyndham Freeport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Freeport

Most booked hotels in Freeport

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Freeport, IL
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 288 reviews)
$122+
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Hampton Inn Freeport
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 172 reviews)
$123+
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Baymont by Wyndham Freeport
2 stars
Good (7.4, 238 reviews)
$90+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Freeport
2 stars
Good (7.2, 287 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Freeport

Renting a car in Freeport costs $77 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Chicago Greater Rockford.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Freeport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Freeport costs $77 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Chicago Greater Rockford.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Freeport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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